From Baden-Württemberg. To the Future. IMS CHIPS at EFX & Quantum Effects 2026
From photonic technologies to quantum sensing: At EFX and Quantum Effects 2026, IMS CHIPS demonstrated how technological research, industrial needs, and strong partnerships come together to bring innovations to market.
How do new technological possibilities become industrial solutions? What role do photonics and quantum technologies play in future applications? And how can research institutions and companies work together to accelerate the transfer of these technologies into practical use?
These questions were the focus of the IMS CHIPS event, held October 6–8 at Messe Stuttgart. At EFX, where we were represented in the CHIPS Connect BW shared exhibition area, and at Quantum Effects, alongside our project partners from QSense, we took the opportunity to showcase our expertise and engage with companies, research institutions, and partners from the innovation ecosystem.
Making technologies visible. Enabling applications.
Our demonstrators from the fields of photonics and micro- and nanotechnology brought technological possibilities to life and served as a starting point for discussions about specific requirements, new applications, and potential development partnerships.
Our institute’s leadership also provided technical insights: In his keynote address, “Quantum Sensing for MedTech – Rethinking Precision,” Prof. Dr. Jens Anders highlighted the potential of quantum-based sensor technology for medical technology. As part of the EPIC photonics event, Prof. Dr. Niels Quack presented the expertise of IMS CHIPS and demonstrated how photonic innovations can be further developed into scalable technologies.
Innovation comes from collaboration.
The discussions at both events once again demonstrated how important direct exchange between research and industry is. After all, the development of new technologies requires not only scientific expertise but also an understanding of industrial requirements, suitable manufacturing infrastructure, and strong partners throughout the value chain.
As a research and development partner, IMS CHIPS contributes its expertise in microelectronics, photonics, and microsystems technology to develop new technological solutions in collaboration with companies and research partners.
We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to CHIPS Connect BW, Quantum BW, and our project partners at QSense for their excellent organization and for providing us with the opportunity to exchange ideas.
It is impressive to see how Baden-Württemberg’s innovation ecosystem continues to grow and how we are shaping the technologies of tomorrow together. The fact that two major events—EFX and Quantum Effects—are taking place simultaneously at a single location creates valuable synergies, fosters exchange across technological and industry boundaries, and strengthens the connection between research and industry.
We are excited to be part of this dynamic ecosystem and to play an active role in shaping its future.